Chess

Posted on December 30, 2014 by Helen

Kingdoms lost
At bleak break of day
Count the cost

Foolish game
Each expendable
Just the same

We’re so small
Our hopes do not count
Not at all

Even kings
Cannot turn the tide
Not a thing

Gods will play
Make us start anew
Break of day

© Helen Valentina 2014, All Rights Reserved

About Helen

I'm drawn to blogging as a way to share ideas and consider what makes us who we are. Whether it's in our working life or our creativity, expression is a means to connect.
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5 Responses to Chess

  1. Elaine says:
    December 30, 2014 at 9:28 pm

    Happy New Year Helen!

    Reply
  2. summerstommy2 says:
    December 31, 2014 at 12:05 am

    Happy New Year Helen. Hope you are settled after your move. Best wishes.

    Reply

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